Project Manager in Peterborough

Join to apply for the Project Manager role at Anglian Water's @one Alliance. Within the Anglian Water @one Alliance, we are a collaborative organisation made up of our eight partner companies (Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO) and our extended supply chain, working together to deliver over half of Anglian Water's capital investment programme.

We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP 8, which will see us deliver a programme of work larger than ever before. We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, offering enhanced growth and development to our workforce and providing opportunities for career progression.

As we move into this period for the Water industry, it is essential our commercial and cost management processes and practices remain industry‐leading to ensure we not only deliver but outperform against our objectives and customer expectations.

What will you be doing as our new Project Delivery Manager?

• You will manage a team and oversee the development of solutions to ensure multiple projects are completed on time, to quality, water, and safety standards whilst in line with legislation, Alliance governance and processes.

Key responsibilities:

• Assure CDM compliance through the TOTEX Delivery Process and a series of audits, checks and peer reviews to champion a 'Zero‐Harm' culture.
• Create and maintain a high‐performing team culture with a range of reports from Engineers to Commercial staff, empowering and encouraging creative problem‐solving.
• Translate programme‐level strategy into actual outcomes so team members are utilized correctly and fully understand their role in achieving success.
• Be accountable for the full project lifecycle from receipt of need through scoping, construction, project handover, formal sign‐off and managing any warranty issues that arise post‐handover.
• Work closely with Commercial and Planning teams to ensure cost and resource forecasts are maintained to required levels of accuracy; mitigate issues or escalate as needed.
• Oversee the teams' proposed solutions to ensure they are safe, commercially viable and meet project requirements while being fit for purpose.
• Ensure each project meets required deliverables, key milestones such as Project Rehearsal and Fit for Assembly.
• Create an open, approachable, and visible team environment that promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing across the @one alliance and beyond.

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours:

• Recent experience in the Water industry with excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, drinking water standards and CDM regulations, complemented by an IOSH qualification.
• Experience managing multiple projects and ideally holding an APMP qualification; comfortable professionally challenging stakeholders through strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Knowledge of NEC Option C contracts and ability to make decisions quickly for the best of the business within a commercial framework.
• Track record of successfully managing teams in a performance‐driven environment, with the ability to step away from detail and work strategically, delegating tasks while delegating trust and support.

Our Approach to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination and bias, where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and advancement.

Our vision:

A collaborative alliance, driving change. Empowering us to set global benchmarks and building a better environment for our customers. We strive to: Empower our people; Delight our customers; Embrace digital transformation; Deliver brilliance.

Our values:

• Build trust.
• Do the right thing.
• Are always exploring.
• Love every drop.

Seniority level: Mid‐Senior level

Employment type: Full‐time

Job function: Project Management and Information Technology

Industries: Construction